Postdoctoral Research Associate - Diadromy PFAS

The postdoctoral associate will conduct PFAS research on returning adult and out-migrating juvenile Alewife

A. pseudoharengus and Blueback Herring

A. Aestivalis, incorporating the measured burdens by constructing a linked mechanistic model framework using the collected data and the recently released ‘anadrofish’ life cycle modelling R package (Stich et al. 2025). The goal is to examine potential PFAS transport loads under different population scenarios in these and other lakes in Maine. The incumbent will also assist with other projects to provide research support for the PIs.

Typical hiring salary for this part-time, 32 hour position is $48,750 commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System’s flagship institution. UMaine is the state’s public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world.

UMaine offers a wide range of benefits for employees including tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options.

UMaine is located in beautiful Central Maine. Many employees report that a primary reason for choosing to come to UMaine is quality of life. Numerous cultural activities, excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, high quality medical care, little traffic, and a reasonable cost of living make the greater Bangor area a wonderful place to live.

• PhD in an analytical field (Wildlife Ecology, Landscape Management, Forestry, Computer Science, etc.) conferred by date of hire.
• Experience conducting research in a field setting in Maine or similar environments.
• Ability to conduct applied research on the landscape ecology of wildlife.
• Proven success in seeing projects through from start to finish.
• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective part of a team.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Experience in ecological modelling.
• Demonstrated experience in data management which may include expertise in R, Python, GIS, or other platforms.
• Expertise in study design, data collection, and qualitative and quantitative analysis and modelling relevant to understanding ecological processes.

To be considered for this position you will need to “Apply” and upload the documentation listed below:

Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references.

Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

For full consideration, materials must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. EST on January 8, 2026.

For questions about the search, please contact search committee chair Christina Murphy.

The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening and post‑offer physical.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment.

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